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https://cwa-union.org/

Condé Nast recently laid off 16 employees across several brands. These cuts affected staff at Self, Glamour, and Condé Nast Entertainment. The NewsGuild of New York and Condé United union issued an official statement. They reported 33 total layoffs over the past five months. The union expressed concerns about diversity and editorial quality.

New York, New York

https://ouispeakfashion.com/conde-nast-layoffs-draw-union-response/

GateHouse Media is conducting layoffs across its newspapers. The Providence Newspaper Guild president states GateHouse is not disclosing the total number. The union has confirmed six layoffs at the Providence Journal. Reports indicate approximately 200 employees were laid off nationally. GateHouse's CEO called these cuts "immaterial" to the company.

Providence, Rhode Island

https://www.golocalprov.com/business/head-of-projos-union-says-gatehouse-is-not-disclosing-number-of-layoffs

The Washington Post is rehiring journalists laid off in February. This action aims to stabilize its newsroom. Some staff returned on a temporary basis. Others were rehired for full-time positions. The union is monitoring these rehiring efforts.

https://tomorrowspublisher.today/content-creation/washington-post-reverses-some-layoffs-to-stabilise-newsroom/amp/?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Just got word from union rep appears they are offering a 10k buyout shortly to entice employees to quit instead of collecting whatever garbage unemployment is available. Sounds like another big wave of layoffs is in the future until the shareholders are satisfied. I encourage everyone to start looking for other employment while you can

Several reps in my area have inquired about seeking union representation. If anyone has direct contact info please leave it here. Reps inquiring are mainly from Northeast stores , Eastern and Western Massachusetts stores including Central and Northern Connecticut and Rhode Island.

A union would never let this happen

It’s getting quiet .Beside all the Scarborough retirement meetings .No one is talking about any offer of a package .I Think there are a lot of people in all divisions of the field ops tha want to leave .Whats the big secret just spill the beans when is it how big will this package big will I be able to accept this package . I mean really

Unifor is concerned about recent layoffs at Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital. Twenty-seven personal support workers (PSWs) received layoff notices. The hospital plans to hire more registered practical nurses (RPNs). These new hires will not offset the loss of essential PSWs. Unifor believes these cuts will negatively impact patient care and staff.

Tillsonburg, Ontario

https://www.unifor.org/news/all-news/unifor-concerned-announced-psw-layoffs-tillsonburg-district-memorial-hospital

When the Washington Post announced mass layoffs, in February, the company offered severance packages to the roughly three hundred and fifty staff members losing their jobs. To receive their severance, these employees would have to sign their packages by April 10; they would then begin receiving the payments after April 30. But after the terms were set, something strange happened. Editors who were overseeing the laid-off employees began contacting several of them, asking them to return—not as full-time staff, but to work under what their union called a “delayed layoff.” These editors had been given little say over who was originally dismissed, but in the weeks since, they have appeared to be driving an effort to bring certain reporters back to the newsroom. According to Kathleen Floyd, a communications lead and internal organizer at the Washington-Baltimore News Guild (WBNG), the bulk of these reach-outs happened in March; a few are still trickling in. Under the updated terms, the employees will resume their duties through July. “Everyone’s just doing the best they can with this really sh---y situation,” a Post reporter said.

https://www.cjr.org/analysis/washington-post-tries-regroup-after-major-cuts-layoffs-delayed-rehire-former-staff.php

The Police Accountability Board (PAB) laid off six employees on April 17. This followed a State Public Employment Relations Board decision favoring the union. AFSCME Council 66 deemed the timing and circumstances very suspicious. City officials stated the layoffs resulted from a court decision limiting PAB's investigative powers. Protests ensued, and the City Council is appealing the court's ruling.

Rochester, N.Y.

https://www.whec.com/top-news/union-says-rochester-pab-employees-lost-jobs-minutes-after-favorable-labor-ruling-calls-layoffs-highly-suspicious/

Auburn City faces a $5 million budget gap. The city proposes laying off dozens of public service employees. This includes seven Auburn police officers. AFSCME and CSEA unions are protesting these proposed job cuts. Union members demonstrated outside City Hall and attended a council meeting.

Auburn, New York

https://www.afscme.org/blog/afscme-mobilizes-in-upstate-new-york-to-stop-layoffs-and-save-public-services

Timberland Regional Library reversed most planned staff layoffs. The union announced this significant change on April 15. Thirty-six involuntary layoff notices were rescinded. Eight probationary employees will still be laid off. The library system faces budget issues and seeks a levy lid lift.

Tumwater, Washington

https://chinookobserver.com/2026/04/20/library-union-says-most-trl-layoffs-have-been-reversed/

Chairman meeting told union reps they're coming soon. Confirmed by General Foreman. Not sure what shops and crafts will be effected.

https://cwa-union.org/
https://www.wikihow.com/Unionize-Your-Workplace

I mean, why not. Many of us will either be laid off soon or will leave anyway. I am not counting on any raise, but why not try it? Why make it easier for them, if they are not doing it easier for us, what is the worst that can happen, we have nothing to lose really.

Everytime I put the news on another union settles a contract with a 15% raise in there pension and don’t have to pay for there medical. How and why do we fold like a cheap suit every time. That union was seiu 32j building workers.plus $9000 pay raise.

Too many people think complaining online means they have done something to fix a problem. It don’t. It will make you feel better for a little while, but not make change. Remember, rich people and shareholders don’t care about you. You’re a tool to be used until you are worn out and then thrown away. If you die, they don’t care. In fact, dying quickly is the wanted ending. So, how to protect yourself and other workers? Start forming a union. Google the communication worker unions. Google how to start a union. Google success and failure stories. Make contact with union reps. No rich person will pay you your value or respect you and the only way to get those things is to act as a large group. Remember, 5 day workweek, vacation, 8 hours a day are unions. And stop electing people who get paid by rich people to sc--w you.

Start discussing salary with other workers. Management hates it, but can’t stop it. You’ll find out how sc--wed you really are. Don’t get mad at people making more, get mad at management.

Do something. I am.

April 16 (Reuters) - "More than 500 CVS Health (CVS.N), opens new tab drivers and warehouse workers at the healthcare conglomerate's Fredericksburg, Virginia distribution ​center have voted to authorize a strike on ‌May 1, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters said on Thursday."

https://www.reuters.com/business/world-at-work/cvs-distribution-center-workers-plan-go-strike-2026-04-16/

What is the protest about at 2WF today at 4:30p EST. Announcement just says “labor-related”?

A health care union protested layoffs at Extendicare Countryside in Sudbury. The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) reported 21 workers received layoff notices. These layoffs reportedly include eight registered practical nurses and other staff. Extendicare stated no primary care roles or nurses have been impacted. The company attributes the changes to staffing realignment to match current needs.

Sudbury, Ontario

https://www.cbc.ca/lite/story/9.7158163?feature=random

DirecTV seeks to overturn an arbitration award. This award relates to layoffs of its union-represented technicians. The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers opposes this action. The union urged a Colorado federal court to uphold the award. DirecTV is attempting to relitigate the prior arbitration loss.

Colorado

https://www.law360.com/employment-authority/labor/articles/2463499/union-says-directv-can-t-undo-arbitration-award-over-layoff

Come on, it’ll be funny:

General Steps to Form a Union in the U.S.

1. Build Internal Support

Identify Allies: Find coworkers who share concerns about wages, benefits, or working conditions.
Form an Organizing Committee: Create a small group of trusted employees to lead the effort.
Maintain Confidentiality: Be aware that while discussing unionization is generally protected, companies may have strict policies about solicitation during work hours or in work areas.

1. Contact a National Union

Reach out to an established national union (e.g., United Steelworkers, Oil, Chemical and Atomic Workers International Union) that has experience organizing in the energy sector. They provide resources, legal guidance, and campaign strategies.

1. Sign Authorization Cards

Employees sign cards indicating they want the union to represent them.
To petition for an election, typically 30% of the bargaining unit must sign, but unions usually aim for 60-70% to ensure a win.

1. File for an Election (NLRB)

The union files a petition (RC petition) with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).
The NLRB determines the appropriate "bargaining unit" (which employees are eligible to vote).
A hearing may be held if the employer disputes the scope of the unit.

1. Campaign Period

Once the election date is set (usually 3-6 weeks later), both the union and the employer campaign.
Employers are legally allowed to express their views against the union, provided they do not threaten, coerce, or promise benefits to influence votes.
Unions campaign on the benefits of collective bargaining.

1. The Election

Secret ballot election is held, often supervised by the NLRB.
If 50% + 1 of the voting employees vote "Yes," the union is certified.

1. Collective Bargaining

Once certified, the employer is legally required to bargain in good faith with the union representatives to reach a contract.
Important Context for Texas and Energy Sector
"Right-to-Work" Laws: Texas is a right-to-work state. This means employees cannot be forced to join a union or pay union dues as a condition of employment, even if the union wins the election. This can impact union funding and membership density but does not prevent the formation of a union.
At-Will Employment: Texas is an at-will employment state. While the NLRA protects employees from being fired specifically for organizing, proving that a termination was due to union activity (rather than performance or restructuring) can be legally complex and requires strong evidence.
Legal Counsel: Because of the complexities involved in the energy sector and potential legal challenges, consulting with labor attorneys is a standard recommendation for anyone considering this path.

You have the right to join with coworkers to address conditions at work. You have the right to form, join, or assist a labor organization for collective bargaining purposes or work together with coworkers to improve terms and conditions of employment. This protection extends to certain work-related conversations on social media. For example, employees have a right to address work-related issues and share information about pay, benefits, and working conditions with coworkers on social media platforms like Facebook, X, YouTube, and others.
You can’t be fired, disciplined, demoted, or penalized in any way for engaging in these activities.

https://www.worker.gov/social-media-activity/

can any of the people who are in a union at a refinery tell their union rep that Houston engineers want to unionize and have the union get something started ASAP!!!!

United Parcel Service (UPS) plans to close dozens of packaging facilities. This information was disclosed in a recent court filing. The closures include locations with union employees across many states. UPS previously announced 30,000 job cuts and 24 facility closures in January. The company is undergoing a large network reconfiguration for efficiency.

https://www.fastcompany.com/91494908/ups-closing-package-facilities-2026-full-list-doomed-locations-states

Meow Wolf announced layoffs affecting security staff across its locations. These cuts impact installations in New Mexico, Nevada, Colorado, and Texas. The Meow Wolf Workers Collective union made the announcement. In-exhibit security will now be limited to guest entry points. The union claims this decision is unsafe for both staff and guests.

Santa Fe, NM

https://sfreporter.com/news/more-layoffs-hit-meow-wolf/

A student protest occurred at UC Berkeley's Haviland Hall. They demanded reversal of layoffs, fair pay, and reduced fieldwork. This action followed a tuition strike over practicum consultant cuts. This semester, six students were dismissed due to support issues. UC Berkeley Social Welfare stated it is improving education quality.

Berkeley, CA

https://www.dailycal.org/news/campus/master-of-social-welfare-students-protest-student-faculty-layoffs/article_fcb39d69-ee6c-48c4-9f2e-d07005efd01d.html

Go into your online profiles if you work there and update your preferred names, policy is policy.

CWA is actively organizing tech and banking workers across the industry, and they've already delivered results. At California's Beneficial State Bank, CWA members won the first union contract in 40 years in 2021, securing higher wages, increased retirement contributions, and just-cause protections against unfair discipline. Right now, workers at 29 Wells Fargo branches and counting have voted to join Wells Fargo Workers United, a CWA division, proving that major banks can be unionized. CWA brings over 367,000 members strong across telecom, media, tech, airlines, and now banking—giving you a powerful voice backed by an established national infrastructure. Unlike dealing with management alone, CWA has the expertise and resources to fight for your interests at the bargaining table.
CWA directly addresses the working conditions that matter most to you: pay equity and flexibility. The union has made work-life balance and remote work policies key organizing priorities, especially after seeing how forced return-to-office mandates have hurt tech talent and worker wellbeing. The reality at major banks is that workers are falling behind—long-term employees seeing new hires brought in at higher pay rates, software developers without proper desk setups under hybrid arrangements, and wages that aren't keeping up with inflation. CWA fights for transparent, fair pay scales with regular raises and the flexibility to work remotely, protecting you from arbitrary management decisions. With a union contract, you get guaranteed grievance procedures, just-cause protections, and the collective bargaining power to actually negotiate better terms instead than accepting whatever management dictates. The banking industry is heavily unionized everywhere else in the world—it's time the U.S. caught up, and CWA is leading the way.

Unionized ProPublica staff began a 24-hour strike. They are protesting issues including AI use, layoff protections, and wages. The ProPublica Guild unionized in 2023 and is negotiating its first contract. Management's unilateral AI policy prompted an unfair labor practice charge. This marks the first work stoppage for the nonprofit newsroom's employees.

https://www.theverge.com/news/908401/propublica-union-strike-negotiations-ai-layoffs

How was your raise? Did you get a full share of the bonus? College kids coming in and making more than tenured workers who have earned their stripes. A useless Tell Dell coming Monday. Franklin is the leading revenue generating plant in the company and they are using you up and spitting you out. Make some real noise and unionize.

How many plants and distributors centers have had Capstone take over their facility? Kicking out union and union wages

Milwaukee Public Schools announced job cuts affecting 201 employees. These layoffs are part of a plan to close a $46 million budget gap. The teachers union and parent groups are demanding the district reverse these cuts. They also call for pausing the budgeting process for increased community input. District officials maintain the budget timeline is legally required and does not include classroom teachers.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/education/2026/04/08/criticism-mounts-against-milwaukee-public-schools-plan-to-cut-staff/89500469007/

Middleboro will begin union negotiations this week. These sessions address potential layoffs due to a budget shortfall. Interim Town Manager Joseph Perkins announced the impact bargaining. The town faces a potential $3.3 million budget deficit. State labor laws dictate the negotiation process.

https://nemasket.theweektoday.com/article/union-negotiations-begin-potential-layoffs-loom/156891

I know a lot of us are worried about our jobs. I keep hearing something is coming around the end of Q2. Just thought I'd offer some tips to protect your backside (and open up the chance for other people to chip in) if something happens to you. Some of these will obviously depend on your country* etc but:

1) Download/get a copy of your employment contract (and any other associated paperwork). You should be able to download this in Fusion - personal information - document records. Do not just save it to your work laptop. Make sure to keep a copy on your own computer or wherever you can reach it in case you lose access to your work area/laptop. - This is to ensure you know the exact terms you were working to and your entitlements.

2) If you're part of any Pearson schemes or pensions, make sure to get records of that, what you've paid in, etc., any terms of schemes in reference to redundancy, and information you may need to access them if you lose access internally. It may be a pain to get the info externally.

3) Any work (that's not sensitive) you may want to use as examples for jobs in the future, make sure to save that not on your work laptop but somewhere like a secure file area or USB you can access externally.

Optional

You may want to consider joining a relevant union*, which usually offers guidance and support, especially if you think something's been done unlawfully/unfairly.

If you end up being moved to another role that's not suitable (perhaps in the hopes of them making you leave rather than paying out for redundancy), this is where having your contract will come in handy, if there isn't a clear violation (perhaps due to vagueness in your contract). You need to keep a record of everything in writing and make it clear that you have not agreed to the changes and are working 'under protest' while it gets addressed (this is where a union may come in handy).

Please feel free to add any other tips here, trying to be helpful. Hate to see people get shafted by big companies and want us to be prepared if something should happen.

I can see there will be the usual suspects Eisp offered to union field soon .But all the rumors of some huge enhanced one and a blanket everyone can leave one do not seem to be materialized.It seems it’s same usual yearly Eisp offered to limited numbers.I am very shocked I really though Dan wanted to get as many people off the pay roll as possible.I am starting to think he is more concerned about the management .I am going to assume it’s because they make a much higher salary then associates.Or I just honestly have no idea what plan is ,But going to be a lot of disappointment for field techs tht were hoping to go